What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Buyer position at MercyOne?
MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.Join our exceptional team at Mercy One as a Pharmacy Buyer! At Mercy One, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, work with state-of-the-art technology, and make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
As a Pharmacy Buyer at MercyOne, you will:
- Serve as a liaison with physicians, nursing and/or departments for communication regarding controlled substance transactions, documentation and discrepancies
- Maintain controlled substance records and ensure accurate billing to patients/departments
- Develop and implement protocols for controlled substance distribution and tracking
- Deliver/restock and monitor expirations of controlled substances and non-scheduled medications in the narcotic boxes and automated dispensing cabinets located in surgical areas where general anesthesia is provided
- Perform physical inventory of controlled substances as assigned
- Research controlled substance discrepancies and report unresolved discrepancies to Pharmacist-in-Charge
- Label and repackage bulk medications into unit dose system and maintain necessary records pertaining to repackaging
- Monitor controlled substance expiration dates in the inpatient pharmacy inventory
Schedule:
- 40 hours a week
- Varied shifts
Minimum Qualifications:
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Registered or eligible to register as pharmacy technician with the State Board of Pharmacy Examiners.
- 3 – 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience desirable
- High school diploma or GED
At MercyOne, we care deeply about your well-being—both physical and mental. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every stage of life. Here’s an overview of what you can expect:
- Personalized Health Insurance Plans: Including dental and vision coverage, available to you from Day 1
- Wellness Programs: Designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle
- Life Insurance Coverage: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones
- Education Reimbursement: Supporting your professional growth and development
- 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match: Helping you plan for a secure future
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual: Begin earning PTO from Day 1
- Six Paid Holidays: Enjoy time to rest and recharge
- Long- and Short-Term Leave Options: Supporting you during life’s unexpected events
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.